Whether you’re stuck in a hostel, living solo, or just feeling too lazy to preheat anything, these treats will keep your sweet tooth happy while you stay cozy indoors.

Don’t worry—we’ve got your back with 5 easy, no-bake, oven-free desserts that are monsoon-perfect.

1. No-Bake Biscuit Pudding

The layered classic your nani probably made

What You Need:

• Parle-G or Marie biscuits

• Instant coffee (for dipping)

• Whipped cream or homemade custard

• Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder

How-To:
Dip biscuits in coffee, layer them with cream or custard, and repeat. Chill for an hour and top with chocolate. It’s rich, nostalgic, and requires zero cooking skills.

2. Mug Cake in the Microwave

Still counts as “no oven,” right?

What You Need:

• 4 tbsp flour

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

• 3 tbsp sugar

• A pinch of baking powder

• Milk + oil

How-To:
Mix it all in a mug, microwave for 90 seconds, and boom—warm, gooey chocolate cake in a cup. Add a scoop of ice cream if you’re feeling fancy.

3. Coconut Laddoos with a Twist

Desi but make it Gen Z

What You Need:

• Desiccated coconut

• Condensed milk

• Cardamom (optional)

• Crushed rose petals or edible glitter (for ✨aesthetic✨)

How-To:
Mix coconut and condensed milk, roll into balls, chill. Add some rose petals or pistachios on top to level up the presentation.

4. Chocolate Covered Dates

Healthy-ish and addictive

What You Need:

• Seedless dates

• Peanut butter or almond butter

• Melted chocolate

• Sea salt or chopped nuts

How-To:
Stuff dates with nut butter, dip in melted chocolate, sprinkle with sea salt or nuts. Freeze for 10 minutes.

5. Chia Pudding with a Monsoon Twist

For when you want to feel like That Girl

What You Need:

• Chia seeds

• Milk (any kind)

• Honey or maple syrup

• Fresh fruits (banana, mango, berries)

How-To:
Mix chia seeds with milk and sweetener, chill overnight. In the morning, layer with fruit. Try adding a dash of cinnamon or ginger for rainy day comfort.

Desserts don’t have to be complicated—or involve an oven—to make your rainy day better. Whether you're binge-watching comfort rom-coms, pulling an all-nighter, or just sitting with your thoughts and chai, these no-bake desserts will hit that sweet spot.